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Reports to:        Associate VP of Marketing, Marketing & Social Media Manager
Time-Period:       Mid-April 2023 through April 2024    

Experience Grand Rapids is looking for a Social Media Intern to assist with the scheduling and monitoring of the EXGR social media channels and messaging platforms. The intern in this position will get real-world experience in what it takes to manage a robust social media presence. The Social Media Intern will also learn how to give and receive feedback, utilize project management software, schedule social content using scheduling software, and brainstorm ideas for new social content. This is a great position for those wanting to learn more about social media management for brands.

Time Requirements:

• Ability to work 20 hours per week.
• Hybrid position: remote + downtown Grand Rapids office (fully remote is not an option at this time)
• Possible evening/weekend on-call dates for some events and social monitoring.

Benefits:

• Paid internship
• Paid downtown parking provided for duration of internship
• Work environment conducive to learning, great experience!

Responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Writing and creating social content to support the marketing brand messages
• Creating graphics in Canva to support social media messages
• Scheduling content for our social channels and contributing to largescale social media content calendar
• Create and post Instagram reels and TikTok videos
• Monitoring of all social media channels
• Create social media toolkits for Experience GR partner use
• Assist with social media engagement and analytic reporting
• Attend marketing team meetings and provide input (as schedule allows)
• Attend area events and/or media previews as a representative of Experience GR
• Aid the Marketing Team as needed

Additional Desired Skill Set:

• Passionate Grand Rapidian -Knowledgeable of the Grand Rapids are and what makes it a desirable destination
• Independent worker – Able to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Detail driven- Goes beyond surface level to thoroughly complete tasks and projects
• Task juggler- Capable of managing multiple projects at once by being organized
• Impressive communicator- Above average written and verbal communication skills for talking with partners and other stakeholders
• Fast learner- Ability to quickly understand position-specific programs
• Social Media Fiend – Has experience in managing business accounts in Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Instagram, Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube, in-app messaging, etc.
• Marketing maven- Understanding of marketing, social media, branding, tourism, website & social analytics
• Creative creator – Has experience in graphic design, Canva knowledge a plus!

Interested candidates can learn more and should apply online. Resume required, cover letter optional. Applications will close at 11:59 PM on March 22, 2023. 

Reports to:        Associate VP of Marketing, Marketing Content Manager
Time-Period:     Mid-April 2023-April 2024  

Experience Grand Rapids is looking for a Marketing Content Intern to assist with the management of communications across a variety of platforms. The intern in this position will gain real-world experience in working on a successful content marketing team. Experience will include updating and publishing article and blog content to a website, eventually owning the article update and review process, as well as working with a fast-paced marketing team. The individual in this position will also learn how to effectively utilize project management software to collaborate with team members. This is a great position for those wanting to learn more about brand storytelling.

Time Requirements:

• Ability to work 20 hours per week.
• Hybrid position: remote + downtown Grand Rapids office (fully remote is not an option at this time)
• Possible evening/weekend on-call dates for some events and social monitoring.

Benefits:

• Paid internship
• Paid downtown parking provided for duration of internship
• Work environment conducive to learning, great experience!

Responsibilities:

Include but are not limited to the following:

• Updating a variety of web content on ExperienceGR.com
• Inputting final content changes to blog stories and articles
• Fact checking on digital published pieces
• Assist with curation of content for Grand Rapids partnership pages at Michigan.org
• Attend Marketing/Staff team meetings and provide input (as schedule allows)
• Contribute to the social media monitoring team
• Assist the Marketing team as needed

Additional Desired Skill Set:

• Passionate Grand Rapidian -Knowledgeable of the Grand Rapids are and what makes it a desirable destination
• Independent worker – Able to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Detail driven- Goes beyond surface level to thoroughly complete tasks and projects
• Task juggler- Capable of managing multiple projects at once by being organized
• Impressive communicator- Above average written and verbal communication skills for talking with partners and other stakeholders
• Fast learner- Ability to quickly understand position-specific programs
• Editorial ace – Has a keen eye for grammar and punctuation and what makes a good story
• Creative thinker - Provide creative input and positive approach to projects

Interested candidates can learn more and should apply online. Resume and cover letter required. Applications will close at 11:59 PM on March 22, 2023.